Potential sellers need to act fast ahead of hike in Business Asset Disposal Relief
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Corporate and commercial law
Owner managers looking to sell their businesses must act fast ahead of the forthcoming hike in Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR), according to a leading corporate lawyer.
Written by
Kim Klahn
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Under the legislation which regulates public procurement processes, contract award challenges are subject to very short limitation periods. When a contract challenge arises, responding quickly is paramount for both sides.
Businesses and individuals depend on their professional advisors to help them to understand and then to protect from areas of risk. However, if a professional fails to protect their interests, the entity seeking their advice can suffer severe financial harm.
Mortgagee exclusion clauses in S106 Agreements which do not conform to the funder’s requirements continue to affect housing charging by restricting value to Existing Use Value – Social Housing (EUV-SH).
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RAAC: guidance for employers and duty holders from a Health and Safety Law Perspective
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On 31 August 2023, the Department for Education issued new guidance on the management of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (“RAAC”) in school buildings and other education settings.
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Redefine romance: Why prenups are the ultimate Valentine’s Day gesture
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Family law
Pre-nuptial agreements represent a prudent and essential strategy for individuals aiming to safeguard family wealth. Despite their practical benefits, why do they continue to be regarded as “unromantic” in the UK? Moreover, why are they exclusively associated with the ‘rich and famous’?
Written by
Chris Longbottom
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Reducing death and life-changing injuries on our roads
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Earlier this month, the DfT published a package of measures to reduce the number of people killed and injured on roads in the UK. The plan is to improve safety for all, from children in car seats to those with years of driving experience.
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Reducing unfair dismissal compensation due to the employee’s contributory fault
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There are a number of mechanisms an Employment Tribunal can apply to reduce unfair dismissal compensation (such as a Polkey deduction etc), and this time we will explore the principles of ‘contributory fault’.
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